1922 Rotogravure Lafayette Wireless Radio Station Bordeaux France Nauen Germany

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of a wireless station in Bordeaux, France (Republique Française) and a plant in Nauen, Germany (Deutschland). The caption for the French station writes, "It was formally transferred to France as a gift from the American people. A message from Bordeaux can be received in Washington, 3,000 miles distant, in one-fiftieth of a second."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 15 inches; 25 x 38 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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